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Rajnath Singh: India Transforms from 'Fragile Five' to 'Fabulous Five' with 7.8% Growth
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News18•24-09-2026, 19:59
Rajnath Singh: India Transforms from 'Fragile Five' to 'Fabulous Five' with 7.8% Growth
- •Defence Minister Rajnath Singh emphasized that diplomacy must be supported by national strength, asserting India's peace-loving nature while acknowledging the need to avoid weakness.
- •Singh highlighted India's significant economic growth of 7.8%, noting the country's shift from the 'Fragile Five' to the 'Fabulous Five'.
- •These remarks underscore India's evolving economic and strategic standing on the global stage.
- •Singh's comments were made at News18 DEFCON 2026, a significant event bringing together defence leaders, policymakers, and experts.
- •The conclave focuses on India's defence preparedness, self-reliance, technological advancements, and the changing security landscape.
Key Questions Answered
At News18 DEFCON 2026, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh highlighted India's 7.8% economic growth rate, stating that the country has successfully transitioned from the 'Fragile Five' to the 'Fabulous Five'.
News18 DEFCON 2026 brought together defence leaders, policymakers, military officials, and strategic experts to discuss India's defence preparedness, technological self-reliance, changing security environment, and the necessity of backing diplomacy with national strength.
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh emphasized that while India is a peace-loving nation, it cannot afford to show weakness and must always back its diplomacy with strong national capabilities.
